Adapt to Change with a Positive Attitude
25 October 2022
In a world of rapid change and uncertainty, compounded by the cost of living crisis, many will be feeling the impact on their mental health and wellbeing. When change is beyond your control, you can feel overwhelmed and anxious, but there are approaches you can take to help you manage and cope with change.
As quoted by the Greek philosopher Heraclitus, “change is the only constant in life,”. It is unavoidable for us to face change. As creatures of habit, we like being in our comfort zone and maintaining the status quo. However, we will always get the same results if we do the same thing. To move forward, we must step into uncharted terrain in life and face the change. The key is to adapt.
One of the barriers to change is fear. Fear always comes with uncertainty, and when you examine fear, it is only a projected image of what you anticipate might happen. Therefore, you associate a lot of pain with it, which stops you from moving forward. However, you need to know everything you have ever wanted in life is on the other side of fear, and to achieve what you want, you must move forward by overcoming the fear. The only thing you will regret is the chances you didn’t take in life, so never wonder ‘what if.’ Just do it!
As mentioned before, humans always want to maintain the status quo because we are always afraid of unfamiliar situations and environments. However, once you embrace the new, it will open you up to new experiences in life and could surprise you in turning out to be more enjoyable than you thought it could be. The quicker you let go of the old, the less painful it will feel.
External situations and environments can influence your thinking, but ultimately you are in control of your thoughts and actions. Take a step back and look at the situation objectively. Observe your thoughts without criticism. Focus on the positive side, which will help you regain your strength and make you feel more empowered. Treat yourself with compassion and kindness.
As changes in life are a constant situation, be prepared and adapt to the change quickly, enjoy it, and then keep moving forward. By assessing the situation objectively and formulating a plan with a pragmatic approach, you will achieve the right results through action. And finally, always seek support when needed. Never be afraid to ask for help.
In challenging times, keep investing in your mental, emotional and physical strength and be prepared for unexpected changes with a positive attitude.